2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lexus |
| Model | Vanquish | GX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
