2004 Audi A4 vs. 2002 Lexus RX
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus RX would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Lexus RX. (198 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus RX weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2002 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A4 | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
