2002 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (141 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 555 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Because 2001 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Rezzo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Lotus Elise (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Daewoo Rezzo | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
Model | Rezzo | Elise |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |