2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 and 2006 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 799 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2006 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 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, 2006 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A6 | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |