2008 Lexus GS vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 69 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, 2009 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | GS | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 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 | 1695 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 84 L |
