2009 Lexus LS vs. 2009 Lexus IS

To start off, both 2009 Lexus LS and 2009 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 51 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (306 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS. 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 2009 Lexus IS. 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 90 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 LS 2009 Lexus IS
Make Lexus Lexus
Model LS IS
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 3454 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 357 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 466 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 11.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1865 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2980 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 84 L 65 L


 

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