2010 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 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. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2010 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 2010 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Malibu, 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, 2010 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus GS | 2012 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | GS | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
