2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2002 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 419 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2002 Subaru Legacy 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, 2002 Subaru Legacy 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 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2002 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Elise | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
