2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari is newer by 2 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari 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, 2011 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Lotus | Tata |
Model | Elise | Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |