2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Proton Satria
To start off, 2007 Proton Satria 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Proton Satria. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Satria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Proton Satria weights approximately 309 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2007 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Lotus | Proton |
| Model | Elise | Satria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
