2009 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 2,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Audi | Lotus |
| Model | A6 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
