2005 Lexus SC vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 SC (442 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | SC | A5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
