2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto is newer by 10 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 135 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, 2012 Suzuki Alto, 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 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Elise | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
Model | Elise | Alto |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |