2001 Audi TT 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 TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi TT 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 28 more horse power than 2001 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi TT weights approximately 398 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Because 2012 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi TT | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | TT | Elise |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
