1996 Audi S6 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 1996 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | S6 | IS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |