2002 Ginetta G34 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Elise weights approximately 116 kg more than 2002 Ginetta G34. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ginetta G34 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ginetta | Lotus |
| Model | G34 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1118 mm |
