2006 Lexus GS vs. 2005 Lexus LX
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LX weights approximately 735 kg more than 2006 Lexus GS.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus GS. (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus GS | 2005 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | GS | LX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 66 L |
