Lexus LS 2009 vs Lexus LS 2008
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 4.6 Petrol | 4.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 367 HP | 367 HP | |
| Torque: | 466 NM | 469 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 6.3 seconds | |
| Lexus LS 2009 and Lexus LS 2008 have the same engine power, but Lexus LS 2009 torque is 3 NM less than Lexus LS 2008. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.2 | 11.6 | |
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The Lexus LS 2009 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus LS 2009 consumes 1.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Lexus LS 2008, which means that by driving the Lexus LS 2009 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 210 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 84 litres | 84 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 820 km in combined cycle | 720 km in combined cycle | |
| Lexus LS 2009 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus LS 2008 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 560'000 km | 560'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 20 years | 20 years | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.06 m | 5.03 m | |
| Width: | 1.88 m | 1.88 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Lexus LS 2009 is 3 cm longer than the Lexus LS 2008, width is practically the same , while the height of Lexus LS 2009 is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 510 litres | 565 litres | |
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Lexus LS 2008 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Lexus LS 2009 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 11.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus LS 2009 is 0.1 metres less than that of the Lexus LS 2008. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`654 kg | 2`640 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`145 kg | 2`085 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 509 kg | 555 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 12 400 | 8000 | |
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