2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 819 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Elise | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
