2004 Lexus GX vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 757 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GX | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | GX | 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2639 mm |
