2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 4 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 772 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
| Model | Elise | Genesis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
