2001 Lexus LX vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus LX | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | LX | A4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
