2004 Audi A4 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 910 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 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A4 | LS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
