2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 4 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 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elise | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 82 L |
