2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 479 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford C-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Elise | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2648 mm |
