1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 7,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (286 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (220 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (555 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Express | Exige |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7439 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 555 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2310 mm |