2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 433 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Mondeo | Elise |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |