2012 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Chrysler 300. (358 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Lexus LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LS. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Lexus LS | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Lexus | Chrysler |
Model | LS | 300 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 497 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 72 L |