2008 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2008 Audi S6 and 2008 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,202 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Lexus RX. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Lexus RX. 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 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S6 | 2008 Lexus RX | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | S6 | RX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5202 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |