2001 Lotus Exige vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2001 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Exige | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Exige | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 75 L |
