1999 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus IS | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | IS | A3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
