2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus GS weights approximately 142 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus GS. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 2001 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Ridgeline | GS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
