2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Isuzu I-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Isuzu I-350 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu I-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu I-350 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-350. 2008 Isuzu I-350 has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Isuzu I-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | I-350 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
