2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2006 Lotus Elise and 2006 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 697 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 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Elise | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |