1998 Lexus GS vs. 2010 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2010 GMC Terrain is newer by 12 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Terrain weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Lexus GS.
Because 1998 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Terrain, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Lexus GS (304 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 2010 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Lexus | GMC |
| Model | GS | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
