2003 Lexus GS vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GS would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GS. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 761 kg more than 2003 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 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GS | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | GS | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2421 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
