2008 Lexus GX vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Lexus GX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GX weights approximately 415 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. 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 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GX | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | GX | Outback |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
