2002 Renault Ellypse vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Ellypse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Ellypse would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Ellypse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 757 kg more than 2002 Renault Ellypse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Ellypse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (191 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Ellypse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Ellypse | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Ellypse | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
