2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 364 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | Evora |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2047 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1229 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2575 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |