2005 Lexus GX vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GX would be higher. 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 203 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 1264 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lexus GX (434 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2005 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 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 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | GX | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 50 L |
