2008 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 585 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.
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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Lotus | Honda |
| Model | Elise | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 65 L |
