2006 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Lexus GX
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX 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, 2007 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2007 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A6 | GX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
