2005 Ford C-MAX vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 492 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford C-MAX, 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford C-MAX | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | C-MAX | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 32 L |