2004 Honda Element vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 726 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element, 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, 2004 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Element | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 133 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |