2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 16 more horse power than 2010 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 705 kg more than 2010 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Lexus GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Express | GS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 71 L |