2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 700 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Elise | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |