2008 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1165 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 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Lotus Elise | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Lotus | Audi |
Model | Elise | Q5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |