2012 Lexus LS vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 728 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS 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 2012 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LS | 2006 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | LS | A3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 55 L |
