2012 Lotus Evora vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Lotus Evora is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2012 Lotus Evora.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Evora. (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Evora. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Evora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lotus Evora | 2005 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lotus | Audi |
| Model | Evora | A6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1730 kg |
| 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 |
