2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 526 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | CR-V | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 44 L |