2004 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 1077 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Elise. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Elise. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2004 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Elise | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Lotus | Infiniti |
Model | Elise | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |