2007 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 5 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 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
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 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Lexus | Audi |
Model | GS | A5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3454 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 67 L |