2009 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2009 Lotus Elise

To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Entourage and 2009 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Entourage (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (218 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise.

Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Entourage, 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 Hyundai Entourage (253 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2009 Hyundai Entourage has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Entourage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Hyundai Entourage 2009 Lotus Elise
Make Hyundai Lotus
Model Entourage Elise
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Minivan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3800 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 253 Nm 212 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1730 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.9 L/100km 11.8 L/100km


 

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