2002 Holden Zafira vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Zafira weights approximately 548 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 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 2012 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Zafira, 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, 2002 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Zafira | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | Zafira | Elise |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2299 mm |