2007 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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 (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Avensis 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.
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2007 Lexus LS | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LS | Avensis |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 493 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |