2009 Lexus LS vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion 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 208 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Allion. (150 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 498 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion. 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 2002 Toyota Allion. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Allion. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Allion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
