2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2012 Hyundai H1 is newer by 5 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai H1. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai H1.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 2012 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Elise | H1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
