2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,353 cc, 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 747 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1998 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 1998 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V, 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | CR-V | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |