2010 Lexus ES vs. 2011 Lexus ES
To start off, 2011 Lexus ES is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus ES would be higher. Both 2010 Lexus ES and 2011 Lexus ES are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Lexus ES. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus ES weights approximately 11 kg more than 2011 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2010 Lexus ES (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus ES. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus ES | 2011 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | ES | ES |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
