2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1757 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 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Exige. (181 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Express | Exige |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 36 L |
