1996 Lexus LX vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 236 kg more than 2011 Volvo XC90.
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, 2011 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus LX | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Lexus | Volvo |
| Model | LX | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
