2009 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Lexus ES
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Lexus ES.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Audi A5 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus ES. (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2008 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A5 | ES |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
