2008 Lexus GX vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, both 2008 Lexus GX and 2008 Morgan Aero 8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GX weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2008 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. 2008 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2008 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 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 Lexus GX | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | Lexus | Morgan |
| Model | GX | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
