2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 8 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 511 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, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | Cube |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
