2001 Audi Allroad vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2001 Audi Allroad and 2001 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Audi Allroad. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS.
Because 2001 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad 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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | Allroad | IS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
