2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Quest | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Nissan | Lotus |
Model | Quest | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 86 L |