2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Elise | Navara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
