2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Honda Jazz

To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (120 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (77 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 166 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, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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 (168 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (110 Nm). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lotus Elise 2010 Honda Jazz
Make Lotus Honda
Model Elise Jazz
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1245 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 120 HP 77 HP
Torque 168 Nm 110 Nm
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 73 mm
Engine Stroke Size 89.3 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 211 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.3 seconds 13.4 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 882 kg 1048 kg
Vehicle Length 3790 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1120 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.8 L/100km 5.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 32 L 42 L


 

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