2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,645 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 496 kg more than 2009 Chrysler 300.
Because 2012 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | 300 | GX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5645 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
