2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 809 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Porsche | Lotus |
| Model | 911 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |
