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 4,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 342 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 Lexus GS.
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, both vehicles can yield 459 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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 | 4600 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4826 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 71 L |
