2003 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 4,553 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (217 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2003 Land Rover Discovery (407 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise. 2003 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Land Rover Discovery | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
Model | Discovery | Elise |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4553 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |