2008 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Lincoln Aviator
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (303 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. (302 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Lincoln Aviator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 708 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (372 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2005 Lincoln Aviator | |
| Make | Lexus | Lincoln |
| Model | GS | Aviator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 302 HP |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 2190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 85 L |
