2011 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Holden Calais
To start off, both 2011 Lotus Elise and 2011 Holden Calais were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Holden Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Calais (278 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Calais should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise.
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, 2011 Holden Calais (350 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise. 2011 Holden Calais has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Holden Calais will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lotus Elise | 2011 Holden Calais | |
Make | Lotus | Holden |
Model | Elise | Calais |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 278 HP |
Torque | 210 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |