2004 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2004 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | S4 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
