2002 Lotus Elise vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2002 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 1,899 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Elise (134 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision weights approximately 194 kg more than 2002 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision (189 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Elise | 2000 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Elise | Vision |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
