2006 Toyota Fortuner vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 1156 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Fortuner | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Fortuner | GX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
