2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Audi Allroad. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi Allroad weights approximately 63 kg more than 2010 Lotus Elise.
Because 2004 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi Allroad. (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi Allroad.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi Allroad | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | Allroad | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
