2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Scenic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Scenic 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 93 more horse power than 2004 Renault Scenic. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Scenic weights approximately 494 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, 2004 Renault Scenic, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Scenic. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2004 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Elise | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
