2009 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (256 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus RX weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Audi A8.
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, 2009 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2006 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A8 | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
