2007 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Uplander would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 921 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Uplander, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Uplander | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Uplander | Evora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
