2009 Lotus Evora vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Lotus Evora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
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 Lotus Evora (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Evora | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Lotus | Toyota |
Model | Evora | Hilux |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 252 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |