2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Elise | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 481 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |