2004 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2004 Audi A3 and 2004 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2004 Lotus Elise.
Because 2004 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 2004 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3, 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, 2004 Lotus Elise (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 2004 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A3 | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |