2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 364 kg more 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora, 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Lotus | Volkswagen |
Model | Elise | Bora |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |