2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 402 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Elise | G8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |