2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6, 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Elise | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 64 L |