2009 Lexus GS vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 780 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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GS | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Lexus | GMC |
| Model | GS | Savana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 117 L |
