2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 275 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Colorado | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 180 Nm |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |