2007 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 239 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 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | IS | A8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2992 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
