2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 570 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, 2010 Kia Sportage, 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise. 2010 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Elise | Sportage |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2629 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |