2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 368 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Silverado | Evora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 59 L |
