2008 Lexus GS vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, both 2008 Lexus GS and 2008 Toyota Sienna were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (304 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS 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, 2008 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus GS | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GS | Sienna |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 304 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |