2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (134 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1199 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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 Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Pilot | Elise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
