2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 849 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Because 2000 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Elise. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | Elise |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2299 mm |
