2010 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2010 Lexus LS and 2010 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Lexus RX. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus RX weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Lexus LS.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus LS | 2010 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LS | RX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 73 L |
