2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Lexus LX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LX. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LX weights approximately 467 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LX. (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Silverado | LX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 96 L |
