2001 Audi TT vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 8 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT.
Because 2001 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Exige. 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, 2001 Audi TT (285 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | TT | Exige |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 44 L |
