2005 Lotus Exige vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1585 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotus Exige (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Envoy. 2010 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Lotus | GMC |
Model | Exige | Envoy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 396 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2880 mm |