2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Lexus GX
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Lexus GX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus GX weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2003 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Odyssey | GX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
