2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2006 Lotus Elise and 2006 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 553 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, 2006 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Lotus | Opel |
Model | Elise | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |