2005 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, both 2005 Lexus GX and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GX (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 268 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2005 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus GX | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2995 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 343 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1946 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 180 L |