2009 Lexus LS vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze

To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (358 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. 2009 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1998 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 1998 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lexus LS 1998 Plymouth Breeze
Make Lexus Plymouth
Model LS Breeze
Year Released 2009 1998
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 358 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 466 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3100 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 84 L 79 L


 

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