2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 714 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Hilux |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |