1998 Audi A6 vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 1998 Audi A6 and 1998 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Audi A6 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lotus Elise 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 1998 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6, 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, 1998 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus Elise. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Audi A6 | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A6 | Elise |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |