2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise.
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 Toyota Highlander, 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 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Toyota | Lotus |
Model | Highlander | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |