2009 Lexus LX vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 930 kg more than 2009 Lexus LX.
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 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus LX | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LX | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4686 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 96 L |