2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 605 kg more than 2010 Lexus GS.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (516 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Sierra | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2850 mm |
