2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Coupe and 2005 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (275 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Coupe | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Coupe | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
