2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 1,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 771 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Mazda | Lotus |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 86 L |