2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1522 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 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Elise | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |
