2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 771 kg more than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac SRX. (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac SRX | 2012 Lexus GX | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | SRX | GX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |