2000 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Audi A6

To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Lexus GS 2007 Audi A6
Make Lexus Audi
Model GS A6
Year Released 2000 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 216 HP 230 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 17.0:1
Top Speed 230 km/hour 247 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.2 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 8.8 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.4 L/100km 12 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 80 L


 

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