2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 6 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 887 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 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 74 L |
