2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 459 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Express | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |