2008 Acura TL vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Acura | Lotus |
| Model | TL | Elise |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2941 mm |
