2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1246 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Mazda | Lexus |
| Model | 3 | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 84 L |
