2009 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 956 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.
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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus GS | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GS | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |