2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 864 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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Lotus | Fiat |
| Model | Elise | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
