2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Liberty | Elan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
