1996 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Lexus ES
To start off, both 1996 Audi A4 and 1996 Lexus ES were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus ES weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A4 | 1996 Lexus ES | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | A4 | ES |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2598 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |