2008 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2008 Lexus LS and 2008 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2008 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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 (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Lexus | Mini |
| Model | LS | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4969 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 50 L |
