2009 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2009 Audi A8 and 2009 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Lexus SC.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2009 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A8 | SC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
