2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1261 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Elise | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 88 L |
