2005 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GS would be higher. 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 96 more horse power than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 246 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4. 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, 2011 Toyota RAV4, 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GS | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
