2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 258 kg more than 2010 Lexus GX. 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Sierra | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 353 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 87 L |
