2003 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 604 kg more than 2003 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A6 | GX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
