2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2000 Acura EL
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2000 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura EL weights approximately 273 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura EL, 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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Elise | 2000 Acura EL | |
Make | Lotus | Acura |
Model | Elise | EL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2619 mm |