2004 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2010 Lotus Elise.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | S4 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 340 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2941 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 86 L |
