1999 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Exige weights approximately 591 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4. 2010 Lotus Exige has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Exige will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A4 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
