2005 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 936 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 2011 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Escape | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |
