2009 Lotus Evora vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Evora. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Evora | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lotus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Evora | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |