1997 Lexus LS vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon.
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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon. 1997 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2012 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2012 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus LS | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Lexus | GMC |
| Model | LS | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
