2006 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 1350 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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, 2006 BMW X5 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | X5 | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 89.3 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 36 L |