2005 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (187 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 87 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2002 Lotus Esprit is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (240 Nm @ 1980 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A4 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1980 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |