2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Lexus LS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 579 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Lexus LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Express | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 84 L |