2008 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1631 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Lexus GS. 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 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (460 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GS | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
