2004 Audi A3 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A3 | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 84 L |
