2005 Audi A4 vs. 2000 Lotus GT 1
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus GT 1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus GT 1 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus GT 1. 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2000 Lotus GT 1 | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A4 | GT 1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 573 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
