2008 Audi Q7 vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Audi Q7.
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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi Q7. (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 2001 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | Q7 | LX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
