2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 644 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Elise | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |