2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1514 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Freelander | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | Freelander | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |
