2004 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2004 Audi A4 and 2004 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (201 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (451 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS. 2004 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A4 | 2004 Lexus GS | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | A4 | GS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |