2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
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 RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RunX 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 (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RunX. (187 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 228 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 RunX, 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 (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | Elise | RunX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| 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 | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
