2005 Lexus LS vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 2005 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LS | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | LS | A6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
