2003 Honda Fit vs. 2004 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Lexus GS (298 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2004 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Fit | GS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
