2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Lada Kalina
To start off, 2011 Lada Kalina 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lada Kalina weights approximately 274 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, 2011 Lada Kalina, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Kalina.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Elise | 2011 Lada Kalina | |
Make | Lotus | Lada |
Model | Elise | Kalina |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |