1999 Lexus GS vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2000 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 890 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Lexus GS (420 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avalon. (289 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
