2009 Lotus Evora vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Evora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Evora would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Evora.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Evora. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Evora. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Evora | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Lotus | Chevrolet |
Model | Evora | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6337 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1965 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4018 mm |