2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe (447 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Tahoe | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
