2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Audi RS6 is newer by 1 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2001 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 1060 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 2002 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 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, 2002 Audi RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | RS6 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 36 L |
