2005 Holden UTE vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Holden UTE is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden UTE weights approximately 795 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden UTE | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Holden | Lotus |
Model | UTE | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |