2009 Audi R8 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2009 Audi R8 and 2009 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Lexus LS. (357 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 970 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8. 2009 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi R8 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Audi | Lexus |
Model | R8 | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 357 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 466 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |