2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2007 Lotus Elise

To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Pacifica and 2007 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 739 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler Pacifica 2007 Lotus Elise
Make Chrysler Lotus
Model Pacifica Elise
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Crossover Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3952 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 120 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 169 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 881 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 3790 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2310 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 8.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 32 L


 

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