2009 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota RAV4. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 357 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 60 L |
