2008 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GS. (201 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Lexus GS (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (302 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | GS | GS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 75 L |
