2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2001 Lexus LX
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus LX weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 GMC Canyon. 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, 2001 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 2001 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2001 Lexus LX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Canyon | LX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
