2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1276 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (219 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | CR-V | Elise |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |