2006 Audi TT vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi TT would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 536 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2012 Lotus Exige 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 2012 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT, 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | TT | Exige |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |
