2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 2 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 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 831 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Elise | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Elise | Baja |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |