2008 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 Lexus LS.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus LS | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | LS | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4608 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 493 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2881 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
