2003 Lexus GX vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 9 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, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 584 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | GX | TT |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2469 mm |
