2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 1,976 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 628 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Hyundai | Lotus |
Model | Tucson | Elise |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1976 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 44 L |