2005 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lotus Esprit (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (354 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1995 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A4 | Esprit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
