2008 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 3 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (108 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 449 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd, 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lotus Elise | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Lotus | Kia |
Model | Elise | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 74.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
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 | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |