2005 Audi A4 vs. 2010 Lexus LX
To start off, 2010 Lexus LX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (177 HP @ 1500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LX weights approximately 1129 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2010 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A4 | LX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 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 | 1590 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 93 L |
