2008 Audi A8 vs. 2000 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2008 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (445 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Exige. (177 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 1209 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 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, 2008 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Exige. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Exige. 2008 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2000 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A8 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 36 L |
