1997 Lexus ES vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1997 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Lexus ES | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Lexus | Audi |
Model | ES | A6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4933 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2842 mm |