2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2010 Lotus Exige is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Exige (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2010 Lotus Exige.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Lotus Exige (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 2010 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Audi | Lotus |
Model | Q7 | Exige |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |