2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Ipsum (158 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 1005 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 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 Toyota Ipsum, 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 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
