2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (241 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Lotus Esprit has manual transmission. 2004 Lotus Esprit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lotus Esprit | 2010 Audi A8 | |
Make | Lotus | Audi |
Model | Esprit | A8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5192 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3073 mm |