2000 GMC Sierra vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elan. (163 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 755 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | Elan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2260 mm |
