2007 Lexus RX vs. 2007 Lexus GX

To start off, both 2007 Lexus RX and 2007 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 168 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.

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 (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lexus RX 2007 Lexus GX
Make Lexus Lexus
Model RX GX
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3456 cc 4670 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 272 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 438 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 195 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1742 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 87 L