2009 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 412 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS. 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, 2011 Nissan Quest, 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Quest |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |
