2008 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 514 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A3 | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
