2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 318 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 Nissan Cube, 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 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | Cube |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1268 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |