2005 Lexus RX vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2005 Lexus RX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru B would be higher. Both 2005 Lexus RX and 2003 Subaru B are equipped with a 2,999 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Lexus RX. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Subaru B.
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, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus RX. (296 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus RX | 2003 Subaru B | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | RX | B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
