2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 2006 Lexus GX
To start off, 2006 Lexus GX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GX weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Mobilio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Mobilio | 2006 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Mobilio | GX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
