2011 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 440 kg more than 2011 Lexus GS.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus GS | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | GS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1789 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4826 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |
