2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2006 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6, 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 Audi A6 (300 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A6 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
