2009 Lexus GS vs. 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. (247 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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 (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Lexus | Oldsmobile |
| Model | GS | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
