2007 Audi S4 vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 493 kg more than 2007 Audi S4. 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 2012 Lexus LS. 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | S4 | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 84 L |
