2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Elise | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 30 L |
