2009 Lexus LS vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2009 Lexus LS and 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 227 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus LS | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
Model | LS | Vibe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 357 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 466 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 49 L |