2005 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, both 2005 Lexus GX and 2005 Toyota Previa 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 71 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 439 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa. 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 Toyota Previa. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus GX | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | GX | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2910 mm |