2008 Lotus Elise vs. 2000 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (98 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 275 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Because 2008 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 2008 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2008 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Bora. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 2000 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
| Model | Elise | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
