2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 928 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Elise | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Hilux |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93.8 mm |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 18.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |