2006 Audi RS4 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi RS4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi RS4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi RS4 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi RS4 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi RS4 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 RS4 (583 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi RS4 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | RS4 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 360 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 360 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 360 mm | 2310 mm |
