2003 Honda Fit vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 7 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 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 211 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 1346 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 2010 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Fit | GX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2789 mm |
