2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1364 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 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Lotus Elise 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Lotus Volkswagen
Model Elise Touareg
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Roadster SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 189 HP 216 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 6800 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 84.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 95.9 mm
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.2 seconds 9.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 2214 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1150 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 100 L


 

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