2008 GMC Yukon vs. 2002 Lexus LX
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2002 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 GMC Yukon.
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 Yukon (462 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 2002 Lexus LX | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Yukon | LX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |
