2008 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2008 Lexus LS and 2008 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 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 589 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Because 2008 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | LS | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1587 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
