1996 Audi S6 vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 14 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 646 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, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 2010 Lexus GX | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | S6 | GX |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |