2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Elise 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 (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Ford C-Max. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 421 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, 2012 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Lotus | Ford |
| Model | Elise | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2648 mm |
