2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1997 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1997 Lotus Elise. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1997 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1903 kg more than 1997 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lotus Elise. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1997 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 1997 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1997 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Silverado | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 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 | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 169 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |