2006 Lexus GS vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius is newer by 3 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 109 kg more than 2006 Lexus GS.
Because 2006 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. 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, 2006 Lexus GS (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | Prius |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |
