2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1092 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Colorado | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
