2004 Lotus Esprit vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 9 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lotus Esprit (241 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lotus Esprit | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Esprit | A4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2808 mm |
