2005 Audi A8 vs. 2005 Lotus Exige
To start off, both 2005 Audi A8 and 2005 Lotus Exige were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (396 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 980 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Exige. (400 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Exige. 2005 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2005 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A8 | 2005 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A8 | Exige |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |