2004 Lexus GS vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 20 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 622 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg. (360 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GS | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
