2008 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander

To start off, both 2008 Lexus LS and 2008 Toyota Highlander 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Toyota Highlander 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Lexus LS 2008 Toyota Highlander
Make Lexus Toyota
Model LS Highlander
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 279 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 417 Nm 287 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1840 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.2 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 84 L 65 L


 

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