2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 342 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
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, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lexus |
| Model | Tucson | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
