2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (187 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Safari. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2011 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Lotus | Tata |
| Model | Elise | Safari |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
