2008 Chrysler Aspen 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 Chrysler Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Aspen would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 591 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
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 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2012 Lexus GX | |
Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
Model | Aspen | GX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 87 L |