2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Colorado | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 36 L |