2003 Lexus GX vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX 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, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GX | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
