2006 Lexus RX vs. 2009 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2009 Pontiac G8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac G8 (255 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX.
Because 2006 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac G8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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 RX (283 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G8. (252 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2009 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
| Model | RX | G8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
