2010 Lexus GS 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 GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus GS would be higher. Both 2010 Lexus GS and 2011 Lexus GS are equipped with a 3,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 195 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Lexus GS (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Lexus GS | 2011 Lexus GS | |
Make | Lexus | Lexus |
Model | GS | 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 | 303 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 65 L |