2007 Lexus GX vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 61 kg more than 2007 Lexus GX.
Because 2007 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX 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, 2007 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | GX | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 74 L |
