2003 GMC Sierra vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,816 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sierra (275 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (243 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1015 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 GMC Sierra (386 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm). This means 2003 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | Exige |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4816 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 243 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2310 mm |
