2005 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Lexus LX
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LX. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LX weights approximately 768 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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, 2004 Lexus LX (434 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A8. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2004 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A8 | LX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 96 L |
