2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lexus GS (302 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A4 | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
