2012 Lexus LS vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn L would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 703 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LS | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Lexus | Saturn |
| Model | LS | L |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 62 L |
