2008 Lexus LS vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GS 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 160 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GS. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS. 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) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (298 Nm). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 75 L |
