2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |