2002 Audi A4 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2002 Audi A4. (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lotus Evora weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lotus Evora 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 2013 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4, 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A4 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
