2008 Lexus GX vs. 2008 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2008 Lexus GX and 2008 Pontiac G5 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 92 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G5. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G5.
Because 2008 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G5. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G5. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G5. 2008 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac G5 has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac G5 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 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
| Model | GX | G5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4669 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
