2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Lotus Elise and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 835 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Elise | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |