2009 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Lexus LX
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 835 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2006 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A4 | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
