2002 Lexus IS vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 2 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 (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 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 (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus IS | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | IS | GS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
