2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 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 Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Exige. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2007 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2007 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Express | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |