2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Audi R8
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 Audi R8 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 R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 200 kg more than 2007 Audi R8.
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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus IS | 2007 Audi R8 | |
Make | Lexus | Audi |
Model | IS | R8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |