2010 Audi A3 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2010 Audi A3 and 2010 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3.
Because 2010 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A3 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Audi | Lexus |
| Model | A3 | IS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4293 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
