2009 Audi A6 vs. 2000 Lexus ES
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus ES would be higher. Both 2009 Audi A6 and 2000 Lexus ES are equipped with a 2,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Lexus ES. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus ES weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2000 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A6 | ES |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
