2001 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 MCC Crossblade
To start off, 2005 MCC Crossblade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Elise (141 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC Crossblade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Crossblade weights approximately 29 kg more than 2001 Lotus Elise.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Lotus Elise (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Crossblade. (102 Nm @ 3210 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Crossblade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Elise | 2005 MCC Crossblade | |
| Make | Lotus | MCC |
| Model | Elise | Crossblade |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3210 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 2630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1810 mm |
