2007 Lexus RX vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus RX would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Lexus RX. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 861 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX. 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Lexus | GMC |
| Model | RX | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2771 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1955 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
