2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Elise | Kuga |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
