2000 Acura Integra vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2000 Acura Integra and 2000 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra, 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, 2000 Lexus GS (417 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Acura | Lexus |
| Model | Integra | GS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
