2009 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | R8 | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
