2007 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2007 Lexus LS and 2007 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 5.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5, 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
