2012 Lexus LS vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (353 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2012 Lexus LS.
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 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Lexus LS | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Lexus | GMC |
| Model | LS | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 129 L |
