1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, both 1997 Jeep Wrangler and 1997 Lexus LS were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 365 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. 1997 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Wrangler | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Wrangler | LS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
