2009 Lexus IS vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2009 Lexus IS and 2009 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus IS | 2009 Lexus LS | |
Make | Lexus | Lexus |
Model | IS | LS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3454 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |