2005 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus IS would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Lexus IS. 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 2005 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2005 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus IS | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lexus | Lotus |
| Model | IS | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
