2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1187 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 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2009 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2009 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
Model | Elise | Rexton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 80 L |