2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 Lotus Exige were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Because 2001 Lotus Exige 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 2001 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, 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, 2001 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A2 | Exige |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1070 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 36 L |