2001 Audi TT vs. 2004 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2004 Lotus Esprit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 530 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT 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, 2004 Lotus Esprit (400 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi TT. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2004 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | TT | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
