2005 Audi RS6 vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi RS6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi RS6 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 597 kg more than 2005 Audi RS6.
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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi RS6 | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | RS6 | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4171 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
