2008 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2008 Lexus LS and 2008 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (257 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Lexus LS (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (336 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus LS | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Lexus | Saturn |
Model | LS | Vue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4969 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2485 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 61 L |