2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 and 2008 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,773 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (207 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6, 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, 2008 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2008 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A6 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2773 cc | 1795 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
