2005 Audi S4 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | S4 | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
