2001 Lexus LX vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 855 kg more than 2006 Lexus GS.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus LX | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | LX | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 71 L |
