2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 221 kg more than 2005 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2005 Lexus GX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Acadia | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 87 L |
