2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 628 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, 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 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Nissan | Lotus |
Model | Frontier | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |