2005 Audi S4 vs. 2003 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lotus Esprit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Lotus Esprit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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 S4 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lotus Esprit. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2003 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | S4 | Esprit |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |