2009 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus GS | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Lexus | Audi |
Model | GS | A8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 372 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2992 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |