2002 Toyota Caldina vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Caldina would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Caldina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Caldina. 2002 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Caldina | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Toyota | Lotus |
| Model | Caldina | Evora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
