2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Colorado | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 44 L |
