1995 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus GS | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
