1995 Lexus GS vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 18 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1995 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1995 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1995 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lexus GS. (276 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lexus GS | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3100 mm |
