2009 Lexus GS vs. 1999 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 415 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Marcia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus GS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 1999 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Lexus | Hyundai |
| Model | GS | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
