2007 Lexus GX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 133 kg more than 2007 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. 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 (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | GX | Routan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |
