2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 569 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Nissan | Lotus |
| Model | Hardbody | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 926 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 44 L |
