2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Lexus ES
To start off, 2012 Lexus ES is newer by 5 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 61 more horse power than 2012 Lexus ES. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 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 2012 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 2012 Lexus ES | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | A6 | ES |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |