2007 Audi A6 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 541 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LS 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 2011 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6, 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A6 | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
