2005 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Lexus IS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 885 kg more than 2005 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus IS | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | IS | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
