Toyota Camry 2011 vs Lexus GS 2012
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 181 HP | 209 HP | |
| Torque: | 231 NM | 253 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 seconds | 8.6 seconds | |
|
Lexus GS is a more dynamic driving. Toyota Camry engine produces 28 HP less power than Lexus GS, whereas torque is 22 NM less than Lexus GS. Due to the lower power, Toyota Camry reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 8.9 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 70 litres | 66 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Toyota Camry) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Lexus GS) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 17 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Toyota RAV4, Lexus ES | Used also on Lexus IS | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Toyota Camry might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Toyota Camry 2011 2.5 engine: The 2.5-liter 2AR-FE engine replaced the earlier 2.4-liter AZ series and is widely regarded as a highly reliable, long-lasting engine, often referred to as a "million-kms" motor. However, it requires ... More about Toyota Camry 2011 2.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.83 m | 4.58 m | |
| Width: | 1.83 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.46 m | |
| Toyota Camry is 25 cm longer than the Lexus GS, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Toyota Camry is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 506 litres | 530 litres | |
|
Lexus GS has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Toyota Camry has 24 litres less trunk space than the Lexus GS. This could mean that the Toyota Camry uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 10.6 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 1`795 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 10 400 | 16 400 | |
| Pros and Cons: |
Toyota Camry has
|
Lexus GS has
| |