2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 324 kg more than 2011 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 Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 44 L |