2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 445 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.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elise | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
