1999 Lexus LX vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 9 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Lexus LX. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus LX weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus LX. (417 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus LX | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
