2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Aygo 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 (186 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 105 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, 2005 Toyota Aygo, 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 Lotus Elise (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Elise | Aygo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 35 L |