2007 Lexus GS vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GS | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | GS | S5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
