1999 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotus Elise (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 842 kg more than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max, 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 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotus Elise | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Elise | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2788 mm |
