2005 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2005 Lexus RX and 2005 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac G6. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 564 kg more than 2005 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX 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 RX (840 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus RX | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
Model | RX | G6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 840 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |