1997 Lexus GS vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus GS would be higher. Both 1997 Lexus GS and 2006 Lexus IS are equipped with a 2,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Lexus GS. (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus GS weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS.
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, 2006 Lexus IS (289 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus GS. (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus GS | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | GS | IS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
