2005 Lexus GS 300 vs. 2005 Audi A6
When we compare the 2005 Lexus GS 300's and the 2005 Audi A6's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Lexus GS 300 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2005 Audi A6 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2005 Lexus GS 300 and 2005 Audi A6 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2005 Lexus GS 300's and the 2005 Audi A6's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Lexus GS 300 is a better car than the 2005 Audi A6.
2005 Lexus GS 300 vs. 2005 Audi A6 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2005 Lexus GS 300 loses 43.9 percent of its value and the 2005 Audi A6 loses 58.2 percent of its value. This means the 2005 Lexus GS 300 retains 14.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2005 Audi A6.
2005 Lexus GS 300 vs. 2005 Audi A6 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus GS 300 is 8.9 out of 10 while the Audi A6's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Lexus GS 300 being ranked 6 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Audi A6 being ranked 5 out of 29.
2005 Lexus GS 300 vs. 2005 Audi A6 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus GS 300 is 9.1 out of 10. For the Audi A6 the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Lexus GS 300 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A6.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2005 Lexus GS 300’s base engine makes 220 horsepower, and the 2005 Audi A6 base engine makes 255 horsepower. Both the GS 300 and the A6 are rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 437 and 504 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2005 Audi A6 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.438701
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2836 - 11221
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.582474
Lexus GS 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.923222 / 10
Reliability:
9.146444 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.445588 / 10
Reliability:
8.736765 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus GS 300 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
28 out of / 29Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2005 Lexus GS 300 Trim Levels
Base
2005 Audi A6 Trim Levels
3.2 quattro, 4.2 quattro
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
220 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
243 foot-lbs @ 3250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 437 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.1 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
357 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
15.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3649 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
189.2 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3957 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
57.5 inches
Length:
193.5 inches
Wheelbase:
111.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R16