2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7. 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 Q7 (760 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | Q7 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4132 cc | 4969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 84 L |
