2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. 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 A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | A8 | IS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |