2004 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 2004 Lotus Elise and 2004 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V, 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz V (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Elise. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Elise | 2004 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Elise | V |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3010 mm |