2009 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Because 1996 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 1996 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4, 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 A4 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A4 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
