2000 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 1308 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex, 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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise. 2011 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Elise | 2011 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Elise | Flex |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 70 L |
