2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 584 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
