2008 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 954 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 87 L |
