2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 546 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Pilot | 1999 Lexus GS | |
Make | Honda | Lexus |
Model | Pilot | GS |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 75 L |