1998 Lexus ES vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Lexus ES. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1998 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lexus ES | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Lexus | Audi |
Model | ES | A5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |