2006 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus IS | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Lexus | Audi |
Model | IS | A6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |