2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Elise 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 72 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover City weights approximately 234 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, 2003 Rover City, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Elise | City |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 37 L |
