2008 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW X3 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise. 2008 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | BMW | Lotus |
| Model | X3 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 36 L |
