2008 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Audi Q7
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (272 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Lexus LS.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2008 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q7. (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2011 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | LS | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 100 L |
