2009 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (292 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 688 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (368 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus GS | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
Model | GS | Silverado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3455 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 368 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 8032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1971 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3396 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 136 L |