1996 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 16 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 4,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 886 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lexus LX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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, 1996 Lexus LX (373 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus LX | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
| Model | LX | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2604 mm |
