2004 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Marcos TS
To start off, 2005 Marcos TS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Marcos TS. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Lexus GS (417 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Marcos TS. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GS | 2005 Marcos TS | |
| Make | Lexus | Marcos |
| Model | GS | TS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
