2004 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Exige. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1496 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Sierra | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | Exige |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| 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 | 177 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2282 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 36 L |
