2005 Lexus IS 300 vs. 2005 Audi A4
When comparing the 2005 Lexus IS 300's and the 2005 Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Lexus IS 300 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2005 Audi A4 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2005 Lexus IS 300's and the 2005 Audi A4's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Lexus IS 300 is a better car than the 2005 Audi A4.
2005 Lexus IS 300 vs. 2005 Audi A4 Pricing
A used 2005 Lexus IS 300 ranges from $3,980 to $14,350 while a used 2005 Audi A4 is priced between $2,970 to $8,952.
2005 Lexus IS 300 vs. 2005 Audi A4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2005 Lexus IS 300 loses 40.3 percent of its value and the 2005 Audi A4 loses 52.5 percent of its value. This means the 2005 Lexus IS 300 retains 12.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2005 Audi A4.
2005 Lexus IS 300 vs. 2005 Audi A4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus IS 300 is 9.2 out of 10 while the Audi A4's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Lexus IS 300 being ranked 2 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Audi A4 being ranked 3 out of 36. Out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars, the Lexus IS 300 is ranked 2 and the Audi A4 is ranked 3.
2005 Lexus IS 300 vs. 2005 Audi A4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus IS 300 is 8.7 out of 10. For the Audi A4 the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the Lexus IS 300 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi A4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2005 Lexus IS 300’s base engine makes 215 horsepower, and the 2005 Audi A4 base engine makes 170 horsepower. The IS 300 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 391 miles. The A4 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 522 miles. This gives the 2005 Audi A4 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2005 Lexus IS 300. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2005 Lexus IS 300 and the 2005 Audi A4 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3980 - 14350
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.403418
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2970 - 8952
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524505
Lexus IS 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.202163 / 10
Reliability:
8.70649 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi A4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.799371 / 10
Reliability:
8.698115 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus IS 300 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 36Ranking
2 out of / 30Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 31Ranking
7 out of / 36Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
18 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Audi A4 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Ranking
29 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2005 Lexus IS 300 Trim Levels
Base, SportCross
2005 Audi A4 Trim Levels
Not yet available
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
215 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
218 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
170 hp @ 5900 rpm
Torque:
166 foot-lbs @ 1950 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 391 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 522 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
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
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
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
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:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Cargo Space:
10.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
89.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3255 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
176.6 inches
Wheelbase:
105.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3252 lbs
Width:
69.5 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
179 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/45ZR17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R16