2003 Jaguar R-D6 vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (230 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1999 Lotus Elise. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R-D6 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lotus |
| Model | R-D6 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 40 L |
