2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, both 2005 Lotus Elise and 2005 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1385 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 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Tundra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |