2004 Daewoo Rezzo vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 344 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 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 2012 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Rezzo, 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Daewoo Rezzo | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Daewoo | Lotus |
Model | Rezzo | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |