2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 3 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2012 Audi Q3 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. 2012 Audi Q3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Elise | Q3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1600 mm |
