2007 Audi S8 vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S8 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2013 Lotus Evora. (345 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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 S8 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lotus Evora. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lotus Evora. 2007 Audi S8 has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi S8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | S8 | Evora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
