2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1122 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.
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, 2013 Nissan Quest, 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Lotus | Nissan |
Model | Elise | Quest |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2072 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1854 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |