2001 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 11 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 628 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A6 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A6 | Elise |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
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 Weight | 1540 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |