2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 792 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | Elise |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |