1999 Audi TT vs. 1999 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 1999 Audi TT and 1999 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 87 kg more than 1999 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT 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, 1999 Lotus Esprit (542 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm). This means 1999 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1999 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | TT | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |
