2004 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, 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 Lotus Elise (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Elise | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Lotus | Honda |
Model | Elise | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 47 L |