2008 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2008 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Cruze would be higher. 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 191 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GX weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GX | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Lexus | Holden |
| Model | GX | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4669 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
