2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, both 2007 Lotus Elise and 2007 Nissan Versa were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Nissan Versa, 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, 2007 Nissan Versa (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | Versa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |