2007 Lexus GS vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 878 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Lexus | GMC |
Model | GS | Yukon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 119 L |