2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2001 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. Both 2002 Lotus Elise and 2001 Opel Corsa are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 304 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, 2001 Opel Corsa, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 2001 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elise | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 53 L |
