2009 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotus Exige would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lotus Exige. 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 (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lotus Exige. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2001 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A4 | Exige |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 36 L |
