2007 Lexus GX vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 791 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Lexus GX (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Lexus | Honda |
| Model | GX | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 73 L |
