2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Elise | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Elise | Impreza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |