2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 9 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1218 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 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, 2011 Kia Carnival, 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Lotus | Kia |
| Model | Elise | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
