2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2009 Lotus Elise and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne 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 Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Lotus | Porsche |
Model | Elise | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |