2005 Audi S4 vs. 2005 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2005 Audi S4 and 2005 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 2005 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | S4 | Elise |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 168 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |