2004 Honda That vs. 1998 Lexus GS
To start off, 2004 Honda That is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 840 kg more than 2004 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda That 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, 1998 Lexus GS (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda That.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda That | 1998 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | That | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
