2004 Honda Life vs. 1999 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 5 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Life weights approximately 82 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life 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, 1999 Lotus Elise (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Life | 1999 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Life | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |