2008 Lexus LS vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry 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 166 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 845 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4969 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2730 mm |
