2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 500 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | Patrol |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 102 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |