2003 Honda HR-V vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 761 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V, 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2003 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | HR-V | Elise |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 86 L |
