Lotus Elise (2008 – 2010) vs Tesla Roadster (2008 – 2012): specs compared
The Tesla Roadster is the more powerful of the two, with up to 248 hp against 218 hp. It is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.0 s against 4.6 s. The Lotus Elise has the higher top speed: 233 km/h against 209 km/h. It is the lighter car, from 756 kg against 1,235 kg. At 3,947 mm, the Tesla Roadster is 162 mm longer than the Lotus Elise.
| Specification |
Lotus
Elise
2008 – 2010
|
Tesla
Roadster
2008 – 2012
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Documented years | 2008 – 2010 | 2008 – 2012 |
| Body style | — | Roadster · Convertible |
| Variants | 4 | 1 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Drive | RWD | RWD |
| Gearbox | Manual | Automatic |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 121 – 218 hp | 248 hp |
| Torque | 168 – 212 Nm | 374 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 4.6 – 6.1 s | 4.0 s |
| Top speed | 200 – 233 km/h | 209 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 7.4 – 8.5 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,785 mm | 3,947 mm |
| Width | 1,717 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,115 mm | 1,125 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,299 mm | 2,352 mm |
| Curb weight | 756 – 870 kg | 1,235 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.