2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1989 Lotus Elan II Dimensions Comparison
Compare the size of two cars side by side and see their differences at a glance. Simply enter the vehicle names, and our tool creates a clear visual comparison of their length, width, and height. This makes it easy to find out which car is longer, wider, or taller, and helps you better understand their overall proportions. Whether you are checking if a car will fit in your garage, comparing everyday models, or exploring larger SUVs, this tool provides a straightforward way to see all key dimensions in one place.
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (R230, facelift 2006)Change Car
Here’s how the 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL and the 1989 Lotus Elan II compare in size:
In terms of length, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL measures 4532 mm (178.43 in), making it 632 mm (24.88 in) (13.9 %) longer than the 1989 Lotus Elan II at 3900 mm (153.54 in). Looking at width, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL spans 1827 mm (71.93 in), which is 92 mm (3.62 in) (5.0 %) broader than the 1989 Lotus Elan II at 1735 mm (68.31 in). As for height, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL stands at 1298 mm (51.10 in), giving it an extra 58 mm (2.28 in) (4.5 %) compared to the 1989 Lotus Elan II at 1240 mm (48.82 in).
Overall, the 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is longer, wider and taller than the 1989 Lotus Elan II.
Length
4532 mm178.4 in
3900 mm153.5 in
Width
1827 mm71.9 in
1735 mm68.3 in
Height
1298 mm51.1 in
1240 mm48.8 in
4532 mm178.4 in🟢 +632 mm+24.9 in (+16.2%)
3900 mm153.5 in🔴 -632 mm-24.9 in (-13.9%)
1827 mm71.9 in🟢 +92 mm+3.6 in (+5.3%)
1735 mm68.3 in🔴 -92 mm-3.6 in (-5.0%)
1298 mm51.1 in🟢 +58 mm+2.3 in (+4.7%)
1240 mm48.8 in🔴 -58 mm-2.3 in (-4.5%)
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
1989 Lotus Elan II
Side-by-Side Specs: Dimensions, Weight & More
General Info
Body Style:
Roadster
Cabriolet
Model Year:
2006
1989
Production:
2006-2008 Discontinued Model
1989-1996 Discontinued Model
Dimensions
Length:
4532 mm178.4 in 🟢 +632 mm+24.9 in (+16.2%) - 🟢 +729 mm+28.7 in (+19.2%)
3803-3900 mm149.7-153.5 in 🔴 -729 mm-28.7 in (-16.1%) - 🔴 -632 mm-24.9 in (-13.9%)
Width:
1827 mm71.9 in 🟢 +92 mm+3.6 in (+5.3%) - 🟢 +93 mm+3.7 in (+5.4%)
1735 mm68.3 in 🔴 -93 mm-3.7 in (-5.1%) - 🔴 -92 mm-3.6 in (-5.0%)
Width (Folded Mirrors):
-
-
Width (Opened Mirrors):
2033 mm80.0 in
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Height:
1298 mm51.1 in 🟢 +58 mm+2.3 in (+4.7%) - 🟢 +68 mm+2.7 in (+5.5%)
1230-1240 mm48.4-48.8 in 🔴 -68 mm-2.7 in (-5.2%) - 🔴 -58 mm-2.3 in (-4.5%)
