2000 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 7 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 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 11 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 154 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | GS | IS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
