2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 1214 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.
Because 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX 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, 2012 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise. 2012 Acura MDX 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. 2012 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Lotus | Acura |
| Model | Elise | MDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
