2010 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Hyundai Veloster
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Veloster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 626 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Veloster, 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. (264 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Veloster. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 2013 Hyundai Veloster has manual transmission. 2013 Hyundai Veloster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Lotus Elise | 2013 Hyundai Veloster | |
Make | Lotus | Hyundai |
Model | Elise | Veloster |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1805 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1399 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |