2007 Lexus GS vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GS | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3454 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 79 L |