2008 Honda Fit vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit, 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, 2005 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Fit | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Fit | Elise |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |