2003 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LS 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 98 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LS. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 193 kg more than 2003 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus LS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LS | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | LS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 84 L |
