2005 Lexus LS vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2005 Lexus LS and 2005 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lexus LS (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper. 2005 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2005 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2005 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus LS | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lexus | Mini |
| Model | LS | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
