2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Lotus | Mazda |
| Model | Elise | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
