2009 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Audi S6.
Because 2009 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 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 S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus LS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S6 | 2005 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | S6 | LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
