2005 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Elise. (143 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2000 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Lotus Elise 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 2000 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, 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, 2005 Audi A6 (320 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Elise. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A6 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 36 L |
