2001 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 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, 2001 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (237 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A6 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
