2009 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise.
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 GMC Sierra (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise. 2009 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | GMC | Lotus |
| Model | Sierra | Elise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |
