2011 Lotus Evora vs. 2008 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Evora. 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, 2008 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Evora. 2008 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lotus Evora | 2008 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Evora | A6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4341 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1222 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2576 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
