2000 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 11 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2000 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | GS | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
