1999 Honda City vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 635 kg more than 1999 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS 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, 2006 Lexus GS (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City. 2006 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda City has manual transmission. 1999 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda City | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | City | GS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
