2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 805 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Venza, 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise. 2013 Toyota Venza 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Venza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |