2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1946 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (488 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1998 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1998 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Silverado | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2310 mm |
