2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper 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, 2011 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (156 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper weights approximately 489 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 Mini Cooper, 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Elise | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Lotus | Mini |
Model | Elise | Cooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 806 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |