2008 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 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 69 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 219 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lotus Elise | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Lotus | Ford |
Model | Elise | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |