2000 Lexus GS vs. 2000 Peugeot 806
To start off, both 2000 Lexus GS and 2000 Peugeot 806 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 195 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 806. 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 Peugeot 806, 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 (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 806. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 806 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 Lexus GS | 2000 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | GS | 806 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
