1996 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Lexus GX
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 2007 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A8 | GX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 87 L |
