2006 Lexus GX vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 3 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 91 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2006 Lexus GX.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GX | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | GX | T5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
