2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Lotus Esprit
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Lotus Esprit were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Esprit (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2005 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 2005 Lotus Esprit. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8, 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 A8 (431 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A8 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |