2001 Audi Allroad vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi Allroad. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Allroad | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
