2005 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,179 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2010 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2010 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A6 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
