Lotus Elise (2010 – 2021) vs Tesla Roadster (2008 – 2012): specs compared
The Tesla Roadster is the more powerful of the two, with up to 248 hp against 217 hp. It is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 4.0 s against 4.6 s. The Lotus Elise has the higher top speed: 241 km/h against 209 km/h. It is the lighter car, from 870 kg against 1,235 kg. At 3,947 mm, the Tesla Roadster is 162 mm longer than the Lotus Elise. The Lotus Elise dates from 2010 – 2021, the Tesla Roadster from 2008 – 2012.
| Specification |
Lotus
Elise
2010 – 2021
|
Tesla
Roadster
2008 – 2012
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Documented years | 2010 – 2021 | 2008 – 2012 |
| Body style | — | Roadster · Convertible |
| Variants | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Drive | RWD | RWD |
| Gearbox | Automatic · Manual | Automatic |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 134 – 217 hp | 248 hp |
| Torque | 160 – 212 Nm | 374 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 4.6 – 6.5 s | 4.0 s |
| Top speed | 204 – 241 km/h | 209 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 6.3 – 8.5 L/100 km | — |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3,785 mm | 3,947 mm |
| Width | 1,720 mm | 1,852 mm |
| Height | 1,118 mm | 1,125 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,299 mm | 2,352 mm |
| Curb weight | 870 kg | 1,235 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.