2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 824 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 Toyota Previa, 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 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
