2006 Lexus GX vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GX weights approximately 612 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest. 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, 2006 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GX | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GX | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
