2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1115 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Lotus | Mercury |
Model | Elise | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |