2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 3 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 750 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 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, 2010 Kia Carens, 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, 2010 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2010 Kia Carens | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Elise | Carens |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 55 L |