2006 Lotus Elise vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Opel Zafira. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 524 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira, 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, 2006 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Zafira. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Elise | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
