2005 Lexus ES vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Lexus ES. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus ES weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus ES | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | ES | Avalon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |