2001 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A6 | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
