2004 Audi S4 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 9 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (276 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lotus Evora. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | S4 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
