2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 4 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 953 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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2009 Lotus Elise | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Lotus | Audi |
Model | Elise | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2912 mm |