1991 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 576 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | 100 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
