2011 Lexus CT vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus GX 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 167 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 986 kg more than 2011 Lexus CT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus CT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus CT | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | CT | GX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4321 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
