2008 Lexus LS vs. 2003 Toyota Will
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 Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Will would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Will. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Will. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Toyota Will. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Will 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, 2003 Toyota Will 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 (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Will. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Will.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus LS | 2003 Toyota Will | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LS | Will |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |