2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. Both 2009 Lotus Elise and 2008 Rover 75 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 424 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, 2008 Rover 75, 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 (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Elise | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
