2006 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2011 Lotus Elise is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 618 kg more than 2011 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2011 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | S4 | Elise |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |