2006 Ford Territory vs. 2006 Lexus GX
To start off, both 2006 Ford Territory and 2006 Lexus GX were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GX weights approximately 351 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Territory. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GX 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, 2006 Lexus GX (438 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 2006 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Territory | GX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
