2006 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Lexus LX
To start off, 2010 Lexus LX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi Q7 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Audi Q7. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LX weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Audi Q7. 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, 2010 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi Q7 | 2010 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | Q7 | LX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 93 L |
