2008 Lexus RX vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus RX | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 96 L |
