2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise.
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. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W 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 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Elise | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
