2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Pilot weights approximately 218 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.
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, 2004 Honda Pilot, 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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise. 2004 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Elise | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
