2007 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, both 2007 Lexus LS and 2007 Audi A3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Audi A3. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A3.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | LS | A3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
