2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 836 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Wrangler | Elise |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
