2012 Lexus GX vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 2012 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Lexus GX | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | GX | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1885 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |