2006 Audi S6 vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S6 (420 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Lexus LX. (383 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus LX.
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 S6 (732 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LX. (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S6 | 2012 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | S6 | LX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 732 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1971 mm |
