2008 Lexus RX vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2012 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus RX | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | RX | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
