2009 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 676 kg more than 2009 GMC Yukon.
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, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 2012 Lexus GX | |
Make | GMC | Lexus |
Model | Yukon | GX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 87 L |