2002 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2002 Jeep Wrangler and 2002 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 589 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Wrangler | Elise |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 38 L |
