2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, 2005 Lexus GX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 912 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2005 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mustang. (414 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2005 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Mustang | GX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
