2008 Lexus LS vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (520 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4969 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 55 L |
