2004 Lexus GX vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 592 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GX | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | GX | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2615 mm |
