2007 Lexus GX vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 284 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2007 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Maxima. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GX | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
