2008 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2008 Lexus LS and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,608 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 277 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan.
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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. 2008 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Lexus LS | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | LS | Sharan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 493 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 70 L |