2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2000 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. Both 2005 Lotus Elise and 2000 Westfield ZEI are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Elise weights approximately 176 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI. 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 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2000 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Lotus | Westfield |
| Model | Elise | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
