2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Lotus Elise and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 784 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 Volvo V70 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, 2007 Volvo V70 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Lotus | Volvo |
Model | Elise | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |