2009 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Lexus SC
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Lexus SC. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus SC weights approximately 665 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus SC. 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, 2007 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2007 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A6 | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
