2004 Lexus GX vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 9 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 89 kg more than 2004 Lexus GX. 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GX | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Lexus | Ford |
| Model | GX | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
