2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 519 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, 2011 Seat Exeo, 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 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Lotus | Seat |
Model | Elise | Exeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2642 mm |