2000 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 965 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A6 | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
