2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 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 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Mustang weights approximately 852 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.
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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 669 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lotus Elise | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Lotus | Ford |
Model | Elise | Mustang |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 5800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 653 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 856 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |