2002 Lotus Exige vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1884 kg more than 2002 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige. 2012 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2002 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2002 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lotus Exige | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Lotus | GMC |
| Model | Exige | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 129 L |
