2012 Lotus Elise vs. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 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 2012 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Prizm, 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, 2012 Lotus Elise (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm 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. 2001 Chevrolet Prizm will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Lotus Elise | 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | |
Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
Model | Elise | Prizm |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3785 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1118 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2470 mm |