2005 Lotus Esprit vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (349 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Esprit | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Esprit | R8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |
