2008 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 281 kg more than 2008 GMC Sierra. 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Sierra | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |
