1997 Lexus LX vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LX weights approximately 854 kg more than 2013 Kia Sportage.
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, 1997 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus LX | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Lexus | Kia |
| Model | LX | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
