2008 Lexus GX vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 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 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 188 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GX. (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus GX | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | GX | X670 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4669 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
