2012 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2012 Lexus LX and 2012 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 1793 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX 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, 2012 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise. 2012 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Lexus LX | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Lexus | Lotus |
Model | LX | Elise |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4991 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1971 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 44 L |