2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 2001 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Ginetta G34 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Elise. (141 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ginetta G34 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Elise. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ginetta G34 | 2001 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ginetta | Lotus |
| Model | G34 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1150 mm |
