2003 Audi RS4 vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2003 Audi RS4 and 2003 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LS. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LS weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Audi RS4.
Because 2003 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 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, 2003 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus LS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus LS. 2003 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2003 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2003 Audi RS4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi RS4 | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | RS4 | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 84 L |
