2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Lotus Elise were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 855 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | A6 | Elise |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |