2007 Lexus GS vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 108 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GS | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |