2009 Lexus GS vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 33 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus GS | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | GS | GT-R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 74 L |