2002 Audi TT vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2002 Audi TT. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi TT weights approximately 290 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 2000 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT, 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi TT. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi TT | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | TT | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
