2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 749 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus GT 1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Lotus | Toyota |
| Model | GT 1 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3090 mm |
