2007 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 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 (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6.
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, 2011 Mazda 6, 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LS | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |
