2002 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2002 Audi S4 and 2002 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2002 Lotus Elise. (134 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 906 kg more than 2002 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Elise. (175 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi S4 | 2002 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | S4 | Elise |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |