2006 Lexus ES vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus ES would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Lexus ES. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 318 kg more than 2006 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus ES. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus ES | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | ES | LS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 84 L |
