2005 Lexus GX vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 88 more horse power than 2013 Honda CR-V. (182 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 613 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GX | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | GX | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 58 L |
