2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 157 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 558 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 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.
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2000 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Cavalier | GS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |