2002 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, 2005 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Isuzu VehiCross would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 370 kg more than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Isuzu VehiCross | 2005 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lexus |
| Model | VehiCross | GX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
