2003 Lexus GX vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 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 105 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (127 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 574 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus GX | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | GX | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2789 mm |
