2005 Lexus ES vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Lexus ES. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus ES.
Because 2006 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS 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 Lexus ES (325 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (313 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus ES | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | ES | GS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
