2007 Lexus LS vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 2 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. Both 2007 Lexus LS and 2009 Lexus LS are equipped with a 4,608 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 376 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 319 kg more than 2009 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, both vehicles can yield 493 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | LS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 84 L |
