2006 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 1 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 679 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 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura MDX | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Acura | Lotus |
Model | MDX | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 187 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |