2009 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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 (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercury |
| Model | LS | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 85 L |
