2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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2009 Lotus Elise | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
Model | Elise | Korando |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |