2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 920 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise. 2002 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
