2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 808 kg more than 2012 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
Model | E | Elise |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |