2007 Audi A4 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 686 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A4 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
