2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2005 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Colorado | Esprit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |