LS 500 vs Touareg V8
Lexus · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Touareg V8
Beats the LS 500 by 0.10s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Touareg V8 beats the LS 500 comfortably, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Touareg V8 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
416 hp
421 hp
0–100 km/h
5s
4.9s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
V6 Twin-Turbo
4.0L V8 Turbo Diesel
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
600 Nm
770 Nm
Price
$80,000
$70,000
Simulated race times
Distance
LS 500
Touareg V8
100 m
5.836s
5.783s
1/8 mile
8.629s
8.555s
1/4 mile
12.977s
12.875s
1 km
23.281s
23.132s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Touareg V8 is $70,000 vs $80,000 for the LS 500 — a $10,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the LS 500 or the Touareg V8?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Touareg V8 is faster, beating the LS 500 by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the LS 500 vs the Touareg V8?
The LS 500 hits 100 km/h in 5 seconds, while the Touareg V8 does it in 4.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The LS 500 produces 416 hp; the Touareg V8 produces 421 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The LS 500 tops out at 250 km/h, and the Touareg V8 reaches 250 km/h.
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