2006 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Lexus LS.
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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Quantum. 2006 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LS | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LS | Quantum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 20.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3120 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |