2009 Lexus IS vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 641 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS. 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, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | IS | GX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |
