2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 588 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | CR-V | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 44 L |