1999 Lexus LX vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus LX (230 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 420 kg more than 1999 Lexus LX.
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, 1999 Lexus LX (417 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser. 1999 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lexus LX | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | LX | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 417 Nm | 343 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |