2007 Acura RDX vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RDX 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2012 Lexus GX | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | RDX | GX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 87 L |