2007 Acura RL vs. 2005 Lexus GX
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 639 kg more than 2007 Acura RL.
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 GX (434 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RL. (348 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RL | 2005 Lexus GX | |
Make | Acura | Lexus |
Model | RL | GX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 87 L |