2010 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX 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 GX are equipped with a 4,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 666 kg more than 2010 Lexus GS.
Because 2011 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus GS | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | GS | GX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| 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 | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 87 L |
