2005 Lexus GX vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Lexus GX. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus GX | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | GX | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |