2011 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2011 Lexus GS and 2011 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 635 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4, 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, 2011 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lexus GS | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Lexus | Suzuki |
Model | GS | SX4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |