1997 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Lotus Elise. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 556 kg more than 1997 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lotus Elise | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
Model | Elise | Colorado |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |