2011 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lincoln MKZ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 249 kg more than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln MKZ. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lincoln MKZ | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Lincoln | Lotus |
| Model | MKZ | Elise |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4821 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 86 L |
