2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, both 2009 Lotus Elise and 2009 Nissan Livina were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 448 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, 2009 Nissan Livina, 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | Livina |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 11.2 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 | 881 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 52 L |