2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1632 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Volkswagen | Lotus |
Model | Touareg | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2544 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 44 L |