2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 666 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.
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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ, 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (366 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2013 Lincoln MKZ has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Lincoln MKZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Lotus | Lincoln |
| Model | Elise | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
