2009 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,172 cc, 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A8 | GS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3454 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
