2007 Lexus GX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 5 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 77 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 480 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 2007 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | GX | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
