2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Lexus GX

To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler and 2008 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Lexus GX.

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 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Wrangler 2008 Lexus GX
Make Jeep Lexus
Model Wrangler GX
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 4669 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 263 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 438 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Consumption 12.4 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 82 L 70 L


 

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