2009 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LS 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 121 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | LS | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
