2006 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2006 Audi A8 and 2006 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Lexus LS.
Because 2006 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A8 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, 2006 Audi A8 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus LS. (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A8 | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |
