1988 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (360 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Lexus LS. (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Lexus LS.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (850 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lexus LS. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | LS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 850 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |
