2003 Lexus GX vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 124 kg more than 2010 Audi A8.
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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | GX | A8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5062 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2944 mm |
