2002 Ginetta G34 vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2002 Ginetta G34 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ginetta G34 | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ginetta | Lotus |
| Model | G34 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1150 mm |
