2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A6 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
