2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 457 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Elise | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
