2008 Lexus GX vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 4 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GX | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Lexus | Acura |
| Model | GX | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 79 L |
