2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Land Rover LR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover LR2 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover LR2.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR2. (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR2. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Land Rover | Lotus |
| Model | LR2 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2047 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
