1996 Lexus GS vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 511 kg more than 1996 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, 2011 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus GS | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Lexus | GMC |
| Model | GS | Savana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3429 mm |
