2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 293 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz, 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Jazz | Elise |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 36 L |