2000 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Tahoe | Exige |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |