2008 Lexus GX vs. 2010 Audi S8
To start off, 2010 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus GX would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GX weights approximately 565 kg more than 2010 Audi S8.
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, 2010 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GX. (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GX | 2010 Audi S8 | |
| Make | Lexus | Audi |
| Model | GX | S8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4669 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
