2011 Lexus GX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 309 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse. (360 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus GX | 2012 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | GX | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2422 kg | 2113 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 83 L |
