Lexus LS 2009 vs Chrysler 300C 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 4.6 Petrol | 3.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 380 HP | 292 HP | |
| Torque: | 498 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 7 seconds | |
| Lexus LS engine produces 88 HP more power than Chrysler 300C, whereas torque is 148 NM more than Chrysler 300C. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 | 10.9 | |
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The Lexus LS is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus LS consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Chrysler 300C, which means that by driving the Lexus LS over 15,000 km in a year you can save 165 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 84 litres | 72 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 850 km in combined cycle | 660 km in combined cycle | |
| Lexus LS gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 119 mm (4.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus LS can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Lexus LS version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of Lexus LS 2009 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 560'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Lexus LS engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 19 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Jeep Grand Cherokee, Chrysler Grand Voyager, Chrysler Town & Country | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Chrysler 300C 2011 3.6 engine: The variable valve timing regulators, oil pump, water pump, and thermostat are known for their limited lifespan. Another common issue is the clogging of oil channels with wear particles.
After ... More about Chrysler 300C 2011 3.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.06 m | 5.04 m | |
| Width: | 1.88 m | 1.91 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Lexus LS is 2 cm longer than the Chrysler 300C, 3 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 510 litres | 462 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
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Lexus LS has more luggage capacity. Lexus LS has 48 litres more trunk space than the Chrysler 300C. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`470 | 2`359 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 13 000 | 11 200 | |
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