1998 Lexus GS vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Audi A4. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | GS | A4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2808 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
