2010 Lexus ES vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS 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 GS are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Lexus ES. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus ES. (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus ES | 2011 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | ES | GS |
| 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 | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
