2006 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 361 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Accord | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |