2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 139 kg more than 2010 Lotus Elise.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager, 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Elise |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
