2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Lotus Exige were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige 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 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3, 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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Exige. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A3 | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 44 L |