2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 108 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
| Model | C | Evora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
