2004 Lexus SC vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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 Lexus SC (441 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A6. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | SC | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
