2008 Lexus GX vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 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 4,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 641 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GX. (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GX | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GX | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4669 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
