2005 Audi S4 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 6 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 591 kg more than 2005 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S4. (410 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | S4 | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |
