2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 612 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-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, 1996 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | HR-V | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
