2004 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 317 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lotus Evora (459 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (301 Nm). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
| Model | E | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |
