2007 Audi S4 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2007 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | S4 | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
