2001 Audi RS4 vs. 2012 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Because 2001 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 2012 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | RS4 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
