2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2011 Lancia Delta is newer by 4 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Lancia Delta. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Delta weights approximately 480 kg more 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, 2011 Lancia Delta, 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, 2011 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2011 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Lotus | Lancia |
Model | Elise | Delta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |