2005 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Lexus GX and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 745 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GX | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | GX | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
