2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1993 Audi V8
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Audi V8 weights approximately 1008 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Audi V8 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, 1993 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige. 1993 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus Exige | 1993 Audi V8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Exige | V8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 80 L |
