2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2005 Lexus GX | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Acadia | GX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |