2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1104 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |