2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 11 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 999 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, 2013 Toyota Venza, 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Lotus Elise | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Venza |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |