2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (362 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lotus Elise. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
Model | CLK | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 86 L |