2007 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Lexus ES
To start off, 2008 Lexus ES is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Lexus ES. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus ES. (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2008 Lexus ES | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | A6 | ES |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |