2007 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (304 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 875 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GS | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 93 L |