2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (186 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Lotus | Mercury |
Model | Elise | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |