2006 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Lexus GS. (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 561 kg more than 2006 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |
