2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 368 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Because 2012 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Trans Sport | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2576 mm |
