1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
Because 2007 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Roadmaster | RX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
