2008 Lexus LS vs. 2003 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LS 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 98 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LS. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus LS. (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2003 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6.3 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 | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 84 L |
