1994 Lexus GS vs. 2009 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 203 kg more than 1994 Lexus GS.
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, 2009 SsangYong Stavic (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Lexus GS | 2009 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
Model | GS | Stavic |
Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |