2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (218 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 418 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 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 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford C-MAX | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | C-MAX | Elise |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
