2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Lexus GX
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GX weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Lexus GX | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | A4 | GX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |