2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 832 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2010 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lotus Elise | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Lotus | Audi |
Model | Elise | Q7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 100 L |