2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GS. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 137 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 (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GS. (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Express | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 71 L |