2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2009 Lotus Elise and 2009 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 73 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 307. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 518 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 Peugeot 307, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Elise | 307 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |