2010 Lotus Elise vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (248 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 161 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Lotus Elise (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lotus Elise | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Elise | A6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1881 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4882 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1915 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1354 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2941 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
