2011 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GS. (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1029 kg more than 2011 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus GS. (371 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Lexus GS | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GS | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4826 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |