2006 Lexus GS vs. 2008 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tundra is newer by 2 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Tundra. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2008 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 2008 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |
