2007 Lexus GX vs. 2004 Lexus ES
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus ES 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Lexus ES. (208 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 339 kg more than 2004 Lexus ES. 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 Lexus ES. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 2004 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Lexus | Lexus |
| Model | GX | ES |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
