2003 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 211 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lotus Elise 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 2010 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8, 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A8. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A8 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
