2009 Lexus GS vs. 2009 Lexus RX

To start off, both 2009 Lexus GS and 2009 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Lexus RX. (270 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus RX weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Lexus GS.

Because 2009 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus RX 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 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus RX. (340 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus RX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Lexus GS 2009 Lexus RX
Make Lexus Lexus
Model GS RX
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3456 cc 3439 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 303 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 372 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.8:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1910 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 73 L


 

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