1998 Lexus GS vs. 2006 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Stavic (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 2006 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | GS | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
