2002 Audi RS6 vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Lotus Elise. (433 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi RS6 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2010 Lotus Elise. 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 2010 Lotus Elise. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lotus Elise. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lotus Elise. 2010 Lotus Elise has automatic transmission and 2002 Audi RS6 has manual transmission. 2002 Audi RS6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi RS6 | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | RS6 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 86 L |
