2004 Lexus GS vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Lexus GS (417 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (380 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GS | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
