2004 Lotus Elise vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2004 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Elise. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Elise | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2290 mm |