2009 Audi A8 vs. 2011 Lexus LX
To start off, 2011 Lexus LX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LX weights approximately 779 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. 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 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LX. (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2011 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A8 | LX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
