1997 Lexus LX vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LX weights approximately 353 kg more than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Because 1997 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LX 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, 1997 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus LX | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3221 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
