2005 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Audi A6. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A6 | RX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
