2000 Lexus GS vs. 2010 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora is newer by 10 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, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 249 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. 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, 2010 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus GS | 2010 Lotus Evora | |
Make | Lexus | Lotus |
Model | GS | Evora |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.3 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |