2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX 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 (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RunX. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RunX weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
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, 2007 Toyota RunX, 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (127 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | RunX |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 127 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |