2009 Lexus GX vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GX weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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 GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus GX | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | GX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
