2008 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 65 L |
