2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 1094 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elise | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2960 mm |
