2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Astro | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Astro | Exige |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |