2006 Lexus ES vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus ES is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,314 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 173 kg more than 2006 Lexus ES.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus ES, 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, 2006 Lexus ES (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus ES | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | ES | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
