2005 Pontiac GTO vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac GTO. (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 Pontiac GTO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LS. (521 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac GTO | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lexus |
| Model | GTO | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 84 L |
