2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Lexus RX | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | A3 | RX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |