2009 Lexus IS vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, both 2009 Lexus IS and 2009 Audi A6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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 A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus IS | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Lexus | Audi |
Model | IS | A6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |