2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2009 Lotus Elise and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 576 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Elise | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |