2009 Lexus SC vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus SC.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus SC. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus SC | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | SC | S4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
