2009 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 719 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | BMW | Lotus |
Model | 320 | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |