2008 Lexus LS vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 915 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | LS | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
