2007 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Elise would be higher. Both 2007 Lotus Elise and 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 650 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Elise | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Elise | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
