1996 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Lexus LS

To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1996 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (173 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi A6 2011 Lexus LS
Make Audi Lexus
Model A6 LS
Year Released 1996 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 438 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 521 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 2431 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5179 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1875 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3091 mm


 

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