2003 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 694 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | GX | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
