2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2008 Peugeot 308
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 308 is newer by 3 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 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 308. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 308 weights approximately 553 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, 2008 Peugeot 308, 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 (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 308. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2008 Peugeot 308 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elise | 308 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
