2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A4 | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
