2007 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2007 Audi A4 and 2007 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 320 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.
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, 2007 Lexus RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4. 2007 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A4 | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
