2003 Holden UTE vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden UTE would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden UTE weights approximately 574 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Holden UTE | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | UTE | Elise |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2299 mm |