2004 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (189 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 1231 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Aviator | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | Aviator | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
