1998 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 13 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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 (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Juke |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
