2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 304 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lotus |
Model | E | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |