2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 GMC Sierra.
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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Sierra | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |
