2000 Lexus GS vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Lexus | Xedos |
| Model | GS | 9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
