2002 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Toyota RAV4. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4, 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 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Toyota | Lotus |
| Model | RAV4 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
