2011 Chevrolet Cruze vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Cruze would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Cruze | Evora |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4597 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1796 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |
